Licensed Optician- we see your future in our practice

imatters; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance & licensure

PTO and paid holidays

Collaborative leadership team

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

imatters, located in Stamford, CT, is seeking a licensed optician to build and lead a boutique optical experience with a patient-first approach. This private practice emphasizes not a production quota, with eyewear from Etina Barcelona to Maui Jim.

The role offers education assistance, PTO, and a collaborative leadership team; no nights or weekends; compensation is $30-35 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut Optician License (Required)
• Strong optical knowledge and technical skills
• A patient-first mindset
• Leadership potential and ownership mentality
• Long-term growth, not just a job

Responsibilities

• Dispense and fit eyewear
• Educate patients on lens technology and frame styling
• Manage orders, adjustments, repairs, and follow-ups
• Help shape a boutique optical experience that feels intentional, not rushed
• Collaborate closely with doctors and leadership
• Occasional cut and edge on our Santinelli edger

Skills

Optical knowledge

Active CT License

Leadership potential

Patient-first mindset

Ownership mentality

Education

Connecticut Optician License

Tools

Santinelli edger

Job description

Licensed Optician- we see your future in our practice

Located in Stamford, we have a privately owned MD/OD practice designed around people, not production quota, are adding a Licensed Optician who wants to help shape a boutique optical experience from the ground up.

This is not a corporate optical job.
This is an opportunity to build, lead, and grow with excellent eyewear choices from Etina Barcelona, Silhouette, to Maui Jim sport sunglasses.

We believe when employees feel supported and valued, patients receive better care. That belief shows up in how we operate.

• Education assistance & licensure support
• PTO and paid holidays
• Collaborative leadership team
• 401(k) retirement plan

About the Role

As our licensed optician you will:

• Dispense and fit eyewear
• Educate patients on lens technology and frame styling
• Manage orders, adjustments, repairs, and follow-ups
• Help shape a boutique optical experience that feels intentional, not rushed
• Collaborate closely with doctors and leadership
• Occasional cut and edge on our Santinelli edger

What We’re Looking For

• Active Connecticut Optician License (Required)
• Strong optical knowledge and technical skills
• A patient-first mindset
• Leadership potential and ownership mentality
• Someone who wants long-term growth, not just a job

We are building a company that people are proud to work for. This full time opportunity provides no nights or weekends. With a pay range based on experience of $30-35 per hour.